Trump Ramps Up Wisconsin Campaign Spending

Donald Trump has made four visits to Wisconsin in eight days, highlighting the state's critical role as a battleground in the upcoming presidential election. His campaign efforts underscore Republican concerns about matching Democratic enthusiasm and turnout. In his recent rally in Juneau, Trump emphasized the importance of winning Wisconsin, which he narrowly won in 2016 but lost in 2020. The state has historically been tight in presidential elections, with Trump winning by just 23,000 votes in 2016. Despite challenges, local Republican leaders report strong support for Trump, particularly in counties like Dodge where he secured 65% of the vote in 2020. Meanwhile, both Trump and Democratic nominee Kamala Harris are focusing significant resources on Wisconsin, with Trump's campaign outspending Harris’s by $4 million since July 2023.